{"product_id":"cryptocoryne-petchii","title":"Tropica Cryptocoryne Petchii","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTropica Cryptocoryne Petchii\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCryptocoryne beckettii 'Petchii' is a small variety of Cryptocoryne beckettii from Sri Lanka, known for its beautiful, slightly fluted leaf margins, 10-15 cm long. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plant is a popular choice for aquariums and features elongated, narrow leaves that can vary in colour from green to reddish-brown, often displaying attractive patterns. The leaves become dark olive-brown with a violet underside. 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